Barbara J. 'Barb'
Whiting Heape, 77
MARYDEL - Barbara Jean Heape passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021, with her family by her side at Courtland Manor Nursing home after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
Barb was born on March 15, 1944 in Rigley, Md. to the late John M. Whiting and Kathleen (Coleman) Whiting.
Barbara worked for the family business Ethan Allen Furniture Store as the bookkeeper for several years until the business was sold, she then worked for Town of Felton town office until her retirement.
Barb's greatest joy was her family and she loved spending time with her friends, she had a compassion for animals especially horses and loved arts and crafts. She grew up on the water, loved boating, water skiing and fishing with the family. She also loved to ride motorcyles. Barbara had the most caring compassionate heart and would help anyone she could, she was known as "Mom" to all of her daughters friends and would always be available to lend a listing ear and have an open mind.
She is survived by her only child, Lori Miller and son in-law C. Wayne Miller; and her two grandchildren, Dylan and Brooke Miller; sister, Nancy Johnson; niece, Tami Davidson; and nephew, Jon Cain.
Services will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 5 p.m. at Trader Funeral Home, 12 Lotus St., Dover, DE 19901. Burial will be private. There will be a small gathering after the service at Wolfie's Grill, 510 Jefferic Blvd., Dover, DE 19901.
In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to The Alzheimer's Association.
In consideration of protecting the family and friends health, for the prevention of the spread of the covid-19 virus, public health guidelines are in place.
Letters of Condolences may be sent and guestbook signed at www.traderfh.com